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Between my wife's strong arm and my walking staff, I made my way down to my front yard garden just to look at my kale that over-wintered. This was our coldest I remember. Not only did the kale do just fine, but I was amazed to see lots of potato sprouts of all varieties that were above the heavy layer of straw about six inches. I can't wait for some "new" potatoes. Nature always surprises me!